Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell. & Rodw.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Tasman. Fl. : 233 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427438
Common Names
- Gaimardia fitzgeraldii
- Fitzgeraldii gaimardia
- Gaimardia
Description
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii (also called FitzGerald's Gaimardia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Australia and New Zealand. It grows in moist habitats such as wet meadows, swamps, and along streams. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of food, for medicinal purposes, as a fuel source, and for construction materials.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white and yellow, with 4 petals. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Long and thin, with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Gaimardia fitzgeraldii
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii is native to Australia and can be found in the surrounding areas.
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Gaimardia fitzgeraldii?
Gaimardia fitzgeraldii
What is the common name of Gaimardia fitzgeraldii?
Fitzgerald's Gaimardia
What is the natural habitat of Gaimardia fitzgeraldii?
It is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Indo-Pacific
Species in the Gaimardia genus
Species in the Restionaceae family
Alexgeorgea ganopoda,
Alexgeorgea nitens,
Alexgeorgea subterranea,
Anarthria gracilis,
Anarthria humilis,
Anarthria laevis,
Anarthria polyphylla,
Anarthria prolifera,
Anarthria scabra,
Anthochortus capensis,
Anthochortus crinalis,
Anthochortus ecklonii,
Anthochortus graminifolius,
Anthochortus insignis,
Anthochortus laxiflorus,
Anthochortus singularis,
Aphelia brizula,
Aphelia cyperoides,
Aphelia drummondii,
Aphelia gracilis,
Aphelia nutans,
Aphelia pumilio,
Apodasmia brownii,
Apodasmia chilensis,
Apodasmia similis,
Apodasmia ceramophila,
Askidiosperma alboaristatum,
Askidiosperma alticola,
Askidiosperma andreaeanum,
Askidiosperma capitatum,
Askidiosperma chartaceum,
Askidiosperma delicatulum,
Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae,
Askidiosperma insigne,
Askidiosperma longiflorum,
Askidiosperma nitidum,
Askidiosperma paniculatum,
Askidiosperma rugosum,
Askidiosperma alticolum,
Baloskion australe,
Baloskion fimbriatum,
Baloskion gracile,
Baloskion longipes,
Baloskion pallens,
Baloskion stenocoleum,
Baloskion tenuiculme,
Baloskion tetraphyllum,
Calorophus elongatus,
Calorophus erostris,
Cannomois aristata,